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EGZ 1659

1998 Mazda MX-5

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

97,994 mi
Last recorded97,994 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-586,993 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGZ 1659
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 97,994 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2025 97,836 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 93,215 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2024 93,202 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 92,170 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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EGZ 1659 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1998 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 86,993 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EGZ 1659, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EGZ 1659?

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What year was EGZ 1659 registered?

EGZ 1659 is a 1998 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 March 1998.

Is EGZ 1659 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGZ 1659 shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EGZ 1659 have outstanding finance?

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